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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side of the aircraft offers a superior scenic experience, featuring the jagged Atlantic coastline of Galicia, the rugged cliffs of Brittany, and the potential for a world-class view of Mont Saint-Michel as you enter French airspace.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Galician Rias

The deep, fjord-like Atlantic inlets of the Rias Baixas and Rias Altas are visible shortly after departure.

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A Coruña

Look for the historic Tower of Hercules and the 'Glass City' architecture along the Spanish northern tip.

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Brittany Coastline

The dramatic, rocky shores of western France appear after crossing the Bay of Biscay.

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Mont Saint-Michel

With the right flight path, this medieval abbey island is visible in its bay on the border of Brittany and Normandy.

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Alabaster Coast

Stunning white chalk cliffs near Le Havre and Etretat can be seen during the descent phase.

Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind the aircraft, providing better lighting for coastal photography. As you approach France, watch for the distinctive 'V' shape of the Cotentin Peninsula. In winter, these coastal areas are often clear even when the inland is foggy.

Right Side Highlights
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Peneda-Gerês

Portugal's only national park offers lush green mountains and winding reservoirs right after takeoff.

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Cantabrian Mountains

Vast, snow-capped peaks in Northern Spain provide a dramatic backdrop if the route stays slightly inland.

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Nantes and the Loire

Major urban centers and the mouth of France's longest river are visible on the inland side.

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Paris Skyline

On clear days, the Eiffel Tower and La Défense skyscrapers are visible on the distant horizon during the descent into BVA.

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Picardy Plains

The patchwork of yellow and green agricultural fields characteristic of Northern France during the final approach.

The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Atlantic horizon. Keep an eye out for the Picos de Europa mountains in Spain, which are often visible even from high altitudes. During the final descent, the right side offers a broader perspective of the rural French landscape leading toward the airport.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,240 km (771 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min

Departure: OPO (41.2481002808, -8.68138980865)

Arrival: BVA (49.45439910888672, 2.1127800941467285)

Route Type: International

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